Katana care - Why are antique Nihonto worth preserving? Antique samurai swords are works of art. Some of these old swords from Japan have survived hundreds of years of history, both in times of war and peace. They embody an ancient tradition that still exists today and are a masterpiece of craftsmanship that once ensured the survival of sword owners. The fact that today [...]
Nihonto are an impressive and engaging hobby. If you have decided to buy a Nihonto, we can congratulate you on your decision. To maintain the condition of your new sword, a few tips and tricks are helpful. A basic set of accessories will ensure lasting enjoyment of the sword. These accessories will make any [...]
The importance of certificates in the Nihonto world Origin of sword grading of historical swords from Japan The grading of swords has a centuries-old tradition in Japan, just like sword making itself. Most daimyo in Japanese history sought the advice of experts when putting together their impressive sword collections. This role was usually assumed by people [...]
Epochs of Japanese history in relation to samurai and their swords The general epochs of Japanese history are of course also part of the interesting history of the Japanese sword. For friends of the samurai sword, the eras of Heian, Kamakura, Muromachi, Nambokucho, Muromachi, Azuchi-Momoyama and Edo are particularly relevant, because the real samurai were active during this time. [...]